Abstract

PerkinElmer Optoelectronics has been working with Eglin AFB to
develop a shock hardened version of the PerkinElmer Optoelectronics Blue ChipTM
Detonator. The Blue ChipTM Detonator is a chip slapper detonator that has been
designed to support a wide variety of weapon systems needs. It uses commercially available
components wherever possible to minimize cost and reduce component obsolescence. The work
with Eglin was to study the effects of high shock on the standard detonator, as well as to
develop a detonator that would be less susceptible to shock. Detonators of both the normal
Blue ChipTM design as well as shock hardened versions were subjected to various
shocks, either on the Eglin Very High G Shock machine or by firing them through concrete
walls. The detonator design and test results will be presented.